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Computer Science

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About the Book This book embodies the principles outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. It unveils the world of computer science through a unique and captivating pedagogical approach—seamlessly integrating curriculum content into the mesmerizing adventures of Mel and Conji, fictional figures hailing from the enchanting world of Avora. Our aim is to prepare learners for the dynamic and technology-driven landscape of the 21st century, equipping them with the essential skills they need to thrive in an ever-evolving world.

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Special Features • Explore More: QR codes to explore an exciting application of the concept. This element builds curiosity in children and helps them grasp concepts through digital visual aids. 6

• Discuss: Questions to trigger engaging group discussions in the classroom. • Think and Tell: Probing questions to stimulate thinking at an individual level. • Did You Know? Interesting facts related to the application of a concept. • Points to Remember: Chapter end summary. • Do It Yourself: Milestone exercises to practice specific concepts. • Chapter Checkup: A pool of questions catering to all topics and skills covered in the chapter.

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Foreword

Standing at the forefront of the digital and AI revolution, the importance of coding and computational skills has reached unprecedented heights. In today’s professional landscape, whether it’s in the fields of medicine, space exploration, education, science, or business, no sector remains untouched by this transformative wave. To not just survive but thrive in the 21st century, basic computer literacy is no longer sufficient. Learners must evolve into “digital natives” who can fluently read, write, and communicate in the languages that machines and AI comprehend. Recognizing this imperative, the National Education Policy of 2020 (NEP 2020) has strongly recommended the integration of coding skills, computational thinking, critical analysis, and problem-solving abilities into the curriculum. Moreover, forward-looking subjects like AI, Data Sciences, Computer Applications, and IT have been introduced as elective subjects from grade 9 onwards. It wouldn’t be surprising if further transformative measures are taken even at the elementary education level. Uolo has introduced an innovative 360-degree program for a coding-focused computer science curriculum, known as Tekie, spanning grades 1 to 8. Tekie is a significant stride towards STEM education that aims at making learners future ready—enabling them with skills needed in the ever-changing, technology-driven, and dynamic 21st-century world. Tekie adopts a captivating and engaging approach to learning, in line with the recommendations of the NEP 2020. The curriculum is ingeniously woven into the thrilling adventures of Mel and Conji, fictional characters from the enchanting land of Avora. The Mel and Conji series epitomizes a modern method of acquiring Computer Science knowledge and honing coding skills and computational thinking. Tekie is a technology-empowered curriculum that encompasses a few key components: • • • •

Main Content Books: These introduce learners to the theory of computer science and the tools used in the field. Topics in AI are also covered, along with experiential and curiosity-based learning resources. Coding Book: Specifically designed to nurture coding skills, this booklet aligns with the experiential and contextual learning approach of the curriculum, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Animated Learning Videos: The program is powered by high-quality animation-based learning videos that deliver learning in an engaging manner. Teacher Manual: This valuable resource supports classroom instruction, ensuring that educators can effectively deliver the curriculum.

Welcome to the captivating realm of Tekie! We hope you relish this educational journey as it equips you with the tools you need to thrive in the exciting and ever-changing world of the 21st century.

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Key Chapter Elements Each chapter has been divided into two key sections. Section A: Story-based Comic In every grade, students embark on an immersive experience in the “Adventures of Mel and Conji”. Within each chapter, in the initial section (Section A), the story unfolds, enveloping learners in an exciting journey. Through the story, students actively connect with fundamental concepts in the realm of Computer Science. Section B: Computer Science Concepts This section of the chapter focuses on the essential academic content. It provides the learning goals and assists teachers in their classroom instruction. This section also includes the following academic assets: QR codes to explore an exciting application of the concept.

HOTS questions to trigger engaging group discussions in

Discuss!

How do animations add life to videos and presentations?

This element builds curiosity in children and helps them grasp concepts through digital visual aids.

the classroom.

Explore More!

To know how to create an email account using Gmail, scan this QR code.

Interesting facts related to the application of a concept.

Did You Know? Whatever you do on Google Slides gets automatically saved.

This is the chapter summary. It enables learners to glance through all key concepts covered in the chapter. Probing questions to stimulate HOTS at individual level.

Think and Tell

Is using the internet an advantage or a disadvantage?

Milestone exercises to practise specific concepts.

A pool of questions catering to all topics and skills covered in the chapter.

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Introduction to Avora

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Places in Avora

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Meet the Characters

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Contents

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Natural Intelligence vs Artificial Intelligence Introduction to Computer Vision Augmented Reality Virtual Reality AI Ethics

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What is the Internet? Do you use the internet to search for any topic, send a message to your friend, play a game, etc.? Have you ever wondered how the internet works and what it is? We use the internet in many instances in our lives. The internet is a network that connects computers all over the world. You can communicate with people and transfer data from anywhere around the globe with a web connection. The internet is also known as the ‘net’. In this chapter, you will learn what exactly the internet is and its advantages and disadvantages. Let us surf the internet and realise its benefits!

History of the Internet The history of the internet is fascinating and has evolved over several decades. The foundation of the Internet was laid in the early 1960s. The U.S. Department of Defense established Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPANET) in 1969. ARPANET was created using a group of personal computers at various colleges for sharing information and messages. The key protocol for internet communication is called the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), which allowed computers on different networks to communicate with each other. ARPANET and the Defense Data Network officially adopted the TCP/IP standard on January 1, 1983, marking the transition to the modern internet. This date is often considered the official birthday of the internet. The adoption of TCP/IP made it possible for different computer networks to communicate using a common language, enabling the global network we know as the internet today.

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Advantages of the Internet The internet is one of the most powerful and brilliant creations that offers endless knowledge and enjoyment to human beings. Let us learn more about the benefits of the internet. Chapter 1 • Internet Services

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Communication: The internet has revolutionised the way we communicate. It allows people to connect instantly through email, social media, video calls, and messaging apps, making it easy to stay in touch with family, friends, and colleagues worldwide.

Online Learning: The internet offers access to a vast number of educational resources and online courses. Students and learners of all ages can acquire new skills, take courses, and earn degrees from the comfort of their homes.

Maps and Navigation: Online maps and GPS services help people find addresses, get directions, and navigate unfamiliar places effortlessly. Services like Google Maps provide real-time traffic updates and even public transportation options.

Online Shopping: E-commerce platforms have made shopping more convenient than ever before. People can browse and purchase products from a wide range of retailers, without leaving their homes. Online shopping also offers the advantage of comparing prices and reading reviews.

Online Payment: The internet has streamlined financial transactions through online payment systems like PayPal and Paytm, and digital wallets. Such services make it secure and easy to send and receive money, pay bills, and make online purchases.

Disadvantages of the Internet Despite many advantages, the internet has some disadvantages too. Wastage of Time: The internet has a lot of information that can kill people’s time while surfing the internet. Impact on Health: People may become addicted to using the internet. It can disturb their minds and affect their physical health in the long run. Spending an excessive amount of time on phones, laptops, or other such devices can cause health problems such as reduced eyesight, lower backache, and neckache. Cybersecurity Threats: The internet, if not used correctly, can be a bit like leaving your front door unlocked. Some not-so-nice people may try to sneak into your personal networks and systems and cause harm for their gain or just for fun. If your computer is not secured, they can gain unauthorised access to your personal documents and other information such as stealing your bank account details and using them for their benefit. 6

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Misinformation and Fake News: Sometimes, there can be articles or information posted by random people that is not true. On the internet, these made-up stories can spread fast and confuse everyone. It is, therefore, advisable to check the reality and truthfulness of news before sharing it with anyone. Cyberbullying: On the internet, some people can be mean to others and send messages that may affect them negatively. In some cases, you may not even know these people. If you receive messages from strangers or even known people that start affecting you in an odd way even if not negatively, inform your elders immediately. Lack of Face-to-face Interaction: When you spend too much time on the internet, you may not talk to and play with your friends and family in person. Such instances can affect both your physical and mental health. It is important to balance online and offline time so that you can keep your social skills and friendships strong.

Think and Tell

Is using the internet an advantage or a disadvantage?

Do It Yourself 1A Name the following advantages of the internet.

Popular Services on the Internet Some popular services on the internet are:

Email and Its Features Email stands for electronic mail. It is a way to send messages over the internet to other people. Emails can be used to send textual content, photos, documents, and others as attachments. The features of email are as follows: 

You can write and receive emails to and from anyone with an email address.

You can attach files such as photos or documents with your emails.

You can save email addresses of your contacts for easy access in the contacts list.

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The emails can be sorted into separate folders for easy tracking.

You can respond to emails or share them with others.

You can look for specific emails, using keywords.

You can use the filters provided by the email service to block unwanted emails.

You can add your name and contact information to the end of your emails.

Advantages of Using Email 1. Most email services are free and easy to use.

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2. You can send a message in real time to a person anywhere across the globe.

To know how to create an email account using Gmail, scan this QR code.

3. Emails are personal and are secured with passwords.

Disadvantages of Using Email 1. You can only attach a file with a limited size. For example, through Gmail, you can send a file with a maximum size of 25 MB. 2. Email services are prone to attack by hackers. 3. Emails are often used by malicious users to send unwelcome and harmful messages to other users.

Think and Tell

Is using email a more convenient way to send or receive messages than the traditional mail?

Google Drive Google Drive is a cloud storage service that lets you store files online and access them from anywhere using an internet connection.

Features of Google Drive 1. You can use Google Drive to share large files that cannot be attached to an email. 2. It is a trusted storage location, as it is protected by a password. 3. You can access your files anytime anywhere. 4. As you are storing your files on a cloud storage, your computer storage space is not consumed.

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Advantages of E-commerce 1. Customers can shop from anywhere at any time, making it convenient for both buyers and sellers. 2. E-commerce allows businesses to reach a global audience, expanding their customer base. 3. Operating an online store is often more cost-effective than a physical one, reducing overhead expenses. 4. E-commerce websites can personalise recommendations and offers, based on a user’s browsing and purchasing history. 5. Shoppers can easily compare products, prices, and reviews online before making a purchase decision.

Disadvantages of E-commerce 1. Online transactions may be vulnerable to security breaches and data theft, causing privacy concerns. 2. Buyers cannot physically inspect products before a purchase, which can lead to dissatisfaction if the product does not meet expectations and does not have a return policy. 3. Technical issues, such as website crashes or payment gateway failures, can disrupt a shopping experience. 4. E-commerce platforms face intense competition, making it challenging for new businesses to stand out. 5. Shipping delays and issues can lead to customer frustration and affect the overall shopping experience.

Modes of Online Payments Modes of online payments are the one-of-a-kind methods through which you can pay for goods and services online. There are many modes of online payments available, each with its personal set of functions. Examples of Modes of Online Payments Credit Card: Customers can make online payments using their credit cards. The customers need to enter card details like card number, expiry date, and CVV code for transactions. Debit Card: Debit cards are another popular option for making online payments. These cards allow users to pay online by entering debit card information, and the transaction amount is deducted directly from their bank account. Net Banking: Net banking enables users to transfer money directly from their bank accounts to the recipient’s account through online banking services provided by their banks. Mobile Wallet: Mobile wallets or digital wallets are apps that store payment information. Users can deposit money into the wallet and use it for various online transactions. Examples include PayPal, Amazon Pay, Google Pay, and Paytm. Unified Payments Interface: A unified payments interface (UPI) is a real-time payment system in India that allows users to send and receive money using their smartphones. This system is widely used for online transactions and bill payments.

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Blogging A blog is a website where people can write about their thoughts, experiences, and interests. Blogs are updated according to the blog owner’s interest, and they may be regularly written in a conversational style. The creator of a blog is called a blogger, and the process of writing or creating a blog is called blogging.

Advantages of Blogging 1. Blogging provides a platform for individuals to express their thoughts, ideas, and creativity. 2. Bloggers can share their expertise and knowledge on specific topics, helping others to learn and gain insights. 3. Blogs can raise a sense of community and connection among like-minded individuals who share similar interests. 4. Blogging can enhance an individual’s or a business’s online presence, making it easier for others to discover them. 5. Bloggers often connect with others in their area of expertise or industry, leading to networking opportunities and collaborations. 6. Some bloggers can generate income through advertising, sponsored content, affiliate marketing, or product/service sales. 7. Successful bloggers may attract career opportunities in writing, speaking, consulting, or related fields. 8. Regular writing and engagement with an audience can lead to personal growth and improved communication skills.

Podcasting Podcasting involves creating and sharing audio content. This content can include discussions, interviews, storytelling, music, and more. The e-Podcasts can be updated and shared regularly, as they are usually released in episodes. Some of the features of podcasts are as follows: 1. Podcasts are mostly released in an episodic form, which means they are organised into episodes. Each episode focuses on a specific topic or theme. 2. Users can subscribe to their favourite podcasts, using podcast apps or platforms. Subscriptions ensure that they receive updates when new episodes are released. 3. Podcasts are accessible through various devices, including smartphones, tablets, computers, and dedicated podcast players. Podcasts cover a wide range of topics and genres, catering to various interests, such as news, entertainment, education, technology, and more. 4. Listeners have the flexibility to choose when and where they want to listen to podcasts. They can stream or download episodes to their devices for offline listening. Listeners can engage with podcasts by leaving reviews, comments, or ratings. They can also share episodes on social media. 10

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5. Podcasts are hosted and produced by individuals or teams known as podcasters. They are responsible for creating and publishing audio content. 6. Podcasts are distributed through podcast platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and others. 7. Some podcasters monetise their content through advertising, sponsorships, listener support, or premium content subscriptions. 8. Podcasts have a global audience, allowing creators to connect with listeners from around the world.

Potential Threats of Using the Internet Using the internet poses various potential threats and risks, which are as follows: Malicious Software: While using the internet, malicious software like viruses, ransomware, and spyware can get downloaded on your computer, which can infect your devices and steal or damage your data. Phishing: Phishing is an offence where scammers use fake links to trick you to reveal sensitive information such as passwords and credit card details. Financial Fraud: Cybercriminals can get access to debit and credit card details and use it to steal money from the card owner’s bank account. Data Breach: Large organisations can also experience data breaches, exposing their sensitive and secret information to cybercriminals. Digital Footprints: When you surf the internet, your history is stored on each website that you visit. This history leaves an online data trail called a digital footprint. Even if you sign out from the various services, your information remains there on the websites that you visited. This information can lead to privacy invasions and unwelcome targeted advertising. Identity Theft: Identity theft happens when some cybercriminals steal your personal information or financial data and pretend to be you for conducting online transactions. It is dangerous as you may not know that or may come to know quite late that a crime has been committed in your name. Cyberbullying: Cyberbullying is an act of harassing or threatening others online, often through social media or messaging platforms. If you receive an inappropriate message or comment from anyone known or unknown on the internet, immediately inform your guardians. Internet Addiction: Excessive use of the internet, social media, or online gaming can lead to addiction and have a negative impact on mental health and well-being.

Netiquette Netiquette refers to a set of rules and regulations for behaving politely and respectfully online. It is a combination of two terms ‘network’ and ‘etiquette’. While using the internet, you must follow these guidelines: Chapter 1 • Internet Services

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1. Treat others on the internet the way you want to be treated. Do not say or write mean or hurtful things. 2. Write in a way that is easy to understand, and avoid using all capital letters (LIKE THIS) or unnecessary punctuation (!!! or *!?*#), which can seem like shouting or being rude. 3. Do not share other people’s private information without their permission. 4. Before you send a message or post something, think if it is something you would say in person. If not, it may not be nice online either. 5. Do not be mean or make fun of others online. Cyberbullying hurts people, just like physical bullying. 6. Do not share your personal information such as your address or phone number with strangers. It is the same as not talking to strangers on the street. 7. If you use someone else’s work or idea, give them credit, as you do at school with poems or articles. 8. In online discussions, stick to the topic and avoid going off at unrelated tangents. 9. Emojis can help show emotions, but do not use too many. It can be confusing. 10. Sometimes, people on the internet may not respond right away. Be patient and give them time.

Do It Yourself 1B Identify which of the following are good net practices. Write G for good and B for bad practices.

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Sharing personal information with unknown persons online.

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Using emojis.

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Making fun of your friends by sending them messages online.

Points to Remember 1

The internet is a global network of computers that are connected to each other.

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The advantages of the internet are: access to information, communication, entertainment, etc.

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The disadvantages of the internet are: addiction, cybercrime, privacy concerns, etc.

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E-mail stands for electronic mail. It is convenient and free of charge.

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Google Drive is a cloud storage where we can store any data or information.

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E-commerce is the buying or selling of goods and services online.

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We have various types of modes of online payment, such as credit cards, debit cards, and UPI.

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A blog is a website where we can share our thoughts.

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Podcasting is a way to create and distribute audio content.

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Potential online threats are the risks that can impact on a system, process, or organisation.

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Netiquette is a combination of two different words ‘network’ and ‘etiquette’.

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Chapter Checkup A. Fill in the Blanks. Hints

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A writer’s thoughts and opinions on a particular topic

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News and current events

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Product reviews

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An audio or video recording that is published online and can be downloaded or streamed

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A short video clip that is shared online

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Which of the following is NOT a good netiquette practice?

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Be polite and respectful to others.

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Avoid using offensive language.

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Share personal information about yourself or others.

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Avoid using capital letters.

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What are some of the benefits of blogging?

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You can share your thoughts and experiences with the world.

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You can connect with other people who share your interests.

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You can learn new things.

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The content on a blog is in the audio form.

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I allow you to send and receive messages electronically.

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I am a website where you can share your thoughts and ideas.

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I am a type of digital audio recording that can be shared online.

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I have a set of rules for online behaviour.

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I allow you to make online payments.

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The internet serves as a network connecting various computer systems.

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There is no limit for file size while attaching with email on Gmail.

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A blog is used to share thoughts.

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A podcast is a way to share thoughts in an audio form.

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Email is a slower method compared to traditional mail.

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What is the internet?

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What is Email? What are the advantages of Email?

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What is podcasting?

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What netiquette should you follow while online?

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Name and explain two online payment methods.

F. Apply Your Learning. 1

Nishi is working on a science project. She requires some information for the project but does not know how to get it. How does she search for information online?

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Mihir was given a task by his computer teacher about writing the names of various messaging apps. He does not know much. Help him find various messaging apps or platforms used for online communication.

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Anaya was using the internet when she received an email asking her for personal information. Should she share the information or not? What potential threats can she be exposed to?

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Naman has a bent towards writing. He wants to share his personal thoughts and ideas with an audience over the internet through his articles. Which internet service can he use?

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Lovey is chatting with her friend Sharvi on an online chat platform. Which netiquette should she keep in mind while sending messages?

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Introduction to Google Slides Suppose you had to present on the topic, ‘Conservation of Resources’ and you want to use your computer to present it in a way that is fun and interactive. For this, you can use Google Slides. Google Slides is a presentation tool, provided by Google, that helps users to create and edit presentations. You can add text, images, audio, and videos to a presentation using Google Slides. Some of the common benefits of using Google Slides are: 1. Since it is an online tool, you can create and edit slides from anywhere, as long as you have a connection to the internet. 2. You do not need to save your presentations on regular intervals. They are autosaved to the cloud storage. 3. You can add text, images, audio, and videos in the presentations. 4. You can apply various themes and use different layouts to give an attractive look to your slides. 5. You can edit and format the slides per your requirements. You have already learnt these features in the previous classes. In this chapter, we will explore some more interesting features of Google Slides, such as adding animations and transitions. Let’s get started.

Applying Animation Effects Animation effects are like magic tricks for text, images, or other objects on a computer screen. They make objects move, change their size, or appear and disappear in a fun and interesting way. People use animation effects to make websites, games, and even educational videos more interesting and engaging. Animations are special visual effects that you add to text and different objects on a slide. To apply animation effects in Google Slides: 1. Open Google Slides: In Google Slides, create a new presentation or open your existing one. (https://slides.google.com/) 2. Insert an object: Create or select the object (text, image, shape, etc.) to which you want to add an animation. 3. Motion pane: Click on the Insert menu from the menu bar. Select the Animation option from the drop-down list. The Motion pane will open on the right-hand side.

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4. Choose an animation: In the Motion pane, go to the Object Animations section. Here, the first option is Animation type. Click on this option and select an animation from the drop-down list. 5. Start condition: The next option is the Start condition. Select one of the following options from the drop-down list: On click: Animation starts when you click on the slide.

After previous: Animation starts after the previous animation ends. With previous: Animation starts with the previous animation.

6. Applying animation to text: If the object is a placeholder or text box, the By paragraph checkbox will be displayed. If this checkbox is checked, each paragraph of text in the box will be displayed one-by-one. Otherwise, the entire box will be displayed at once. 7. Add more animations: Select an object and click on the Add animation option. 8. Preview the animation: Click on the Play button to check how that animation effect works on the selected object.

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Did You Know? Google Slides allows you to add a “Spin” animation to objects, which can make them rotate like a spinning wheel. This animation can be a creative way to draw attention to specific elements in your presentation, and it’s a fun way to add a little extra flair to your slides. So, if you want to make an object in your presentation spin like magic, you can do it with Google Slides!

Discuss!

How do animations add life to videos and presentations?

Do It Yourself 2A Write T for True and F for False.

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To animate text, first click on Slide and then Animation.

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Click on the Play button to check how that animation effect works on the selected object.

Applying Transitions Transitions in presentations refer to the visual effects that occur when you move from one slide to another within a presentation. Using transitions in presentations enhances flow, engages the audience, and adds visual appeal. The way one slide follows the other on the screen in a presentation is called transition. To add transitions to your presentations: 1. Open Google Slides: In Google Slides, open a new presentation or an existing one. 2. Select a slide: Click on the Slide in the Slide Navigation pane on the left-hand side of the screen. This is the slide to which you want to add a transition. 3. Transition panel: In the menu bar, click on “Slide” and then select “Transition.” A sidebar on the right will appear with various transition options. Alternatively, you can right-click on the selected slide from the Slide Navigation pane and click on the Transition option.

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4. Choose a transition: In the Transition sidebar, under “Transition,” you can select the type of transition effect you want from the drop-down menu. You can choose from options like “Dissolve”, “Fade”, “Cube” and more. 5. Set transition options (optional): Depending on the transition you choose, you may have additional options to customise the transition. For example, you might be able to select the duration of the transition by dragging the slider. 6. Apply the transition: If you want the transition to apply to all slides, click the “Apply to all slides” button. If you do not click this button, the transition will be applied to the current slide only.

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Did You Know? Whatever you do on Google Slides gets automatically saved.

Explore More!

To know how to apply transitions, scan this QR code.

Discuss!

When you make a presentation on Google Slides, what is the most common transition that you use and why is it your favourite?

Do It Yourself 2B Explain the functions of these icons.

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Inserting Multimedia Multimedia refers to the combination of multiple forms of content, such as text, audio, video, images, etc. We can insert multimedia in Google Slides to convey information or engage the audience. Let’s learn how to insert audio and video in Google Slides.

Inserting Sounds Sound can capture the audience’s attention and make the presentation more engaging and memorable. It can create a dynamic and immersive experience, especially for multimedia presentations.

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To add sounds to your presentations: 1. Open Google Slides: In Google Slides, create a new presentation or open an existing one. 2. Upload an audio file: You can upload an audio file to Google Drive by opening the link drive.google.com > clicking on the New button > selecting the File upload option > selecting the audio file to upload > click Open.

3. Insert audio: Once you have uploaded an audio file, click on the slide where you want to add sound. Then, from the menu bar, click on Insert and select the Audio option from the drop-down menu.

4. Select the audio: After selecting the Audio option, the Insert audio window will open. Select the audio file that you want to add and click on the Insert button.

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5. The Speaker icon on the slide indicates that the audio file is attached to your presentation. You can play it using the Play button.

Did You Know? In Google Slides, you can use Google’s sound effects library for fun and creative additions to your presentations, including applause, drumrolls, and animal noises. No need to search for external audio clips. It is all there for added humour and surprise!

Do It Yourself 2C 1

What does the speaker icon on the slide indicate?

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What is the use of inserting sound in presentations?

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Inserting Videos Adding videos to a presentation can make it stand out in several ways. Videos can break the monotony of text and static images, making the content more engaging. While videos can make your presentation unique and interesting, it is important to use them thoughtfully and ensure they are relevant to your topic and add meaning to your message. To insert videos into your presentations: 1. Open Google Slides: In Google Slides, create a new presentation or open an existing one. 2. Select a slide: Click on the slide where you want to add the video. This is the slide where the video will appear. 3. Insert a video: Click on Insert in the menu bar. Choose Video from the drop-down menu.

4. Choose a video source: You can choose one of the following options from the Insert video dialog box. 

YouTube: Look for a video on YouTube by typing keywords in the search box.

Google Drive: You can also insert an uploaded video from your Google Drive.

URL: You can paste the URL of a specific YouTube video or the link of an uploaded video from Google Drive in the search bar.

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7. Play the video: You can see the inserted video on the slide. Click on the Play button.

Explore More!

To learn how to embed videos in a presentation, scan this QR code.

Think and Tell

What is the importance of videos? Should they be used or avoided? Present your opinion.

Do It Yourself 2D Fill in the blanks.

1

To insert a video, click on

2

You can paste the

in the menu bar and then

from the drop-down menu.

of a specific YouTube video in the search bar.

Advanced Features of Google Slides Google Slides offers advanced features to boost productivity and creativity. Some of these advanced features include using action buttons, importing data from various sources, using a dictionary to use content with good vocabulary, adding comments for collaborative feedback, using the ink annotation feature to mark or highlight important information in a presentation, etc. Let us learn about these features one by one.

Using Action Buttons Action buttons in a presentation are like magic buttons. You can use them to make your slides more interactive. You can set action buttons to open external content, such as a website, another PowerPoint presentation, a document, a spreadsheet, and much more. Here’s how you do it: 1. Open Google Slides: In Google Slides, open your presentation. 2. Select a slide: Click on the slide where you want to add an action button. This is the slide where the button will appear. 3. Insert a shape: 

Click on Insert in the menu bar.

Choose Shape from the drop-down menu.

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4. Choose a shape: Select a shape that you want to use as an action button. For example, you can use rectangles, circles, arrows, or any other shape you like. Here, we have chosen the Arrows shape.

5. Draw the shape: Click and drag on the slide to draw the shape. This will be the action button.

6. Add a link: With the button selected, click on Insert in the menu bar. Choose Link from the drop-down menu. In the Link dialog box, you can add a link to a specific slide such as the Previous Slide or Slide 1 in your presentation. You can also add a link to websites by pasting its URL in the Search bar.

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7. Test the button: To test the action button, click the Slideshow button at the top right-hand corner of Google Slides and go to the slide with the action button that you have created. Click on the button to see it in action.

Did You Know? You can use action button in Google Slides not only for navigation but also to create interactive games and quizzes, making your presentation fun and engaging for your audience.

Discuss!

If you are given an option to choose the shape for an action button you would like to insert in your presentation, which one would you select and why do you think it will be suitable?

Do It Yourself 2E 1

Name the menu you click to select an action button.

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How do we add an action for a button we have chosen?

Importing Data Importing data into a presentation is the process of bringing external content or data into your own presentation. Importing slides helps to add slides from another presentation to your current presentation. You can also import data from Google Sheets into your Google Slides presentation. To import data from Google Sheets: 1. Open Google Slides: Open Google Slides by visiting the link (slides.google.com) to create a new presentation or to open an existing one. 2. Open Google Sheets: To import data from Google Sheets, first visit the link https://docs.google.com/ spreadsheets/ to open Google Sheets. 3. Copy the data you want to insert in your presentation from Google Sheets by selecting Copy option from the Edit menu. Chapter 2 • More Features of Google Slides

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4. Select a slide: Click on the slide where you want to import your data. This is the slide where the data will appear. 5. Right-click on the blank space on the slide and click on Paste.

6. A Paste table dialog box will appear on the screen. Click on the Link to spreadsheet radio button and then click on the Paste button. The data from the spreadsheet will be displayed on the selected slide. 7. A linked table appears on the slide as shown.

Think and Tell

In what ways can importing data benefit the presenter?

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Do It Yourself 2F Write T for True and F for False.

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Importing slides helps to add slides from another presentation to your current presentation.

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You cannot import data into Google Slides from any other data source other than Google Slides.

Adding Comments Adding comments is a helpful feature for collaboration and feedback. It allows you to annotate your presentation slides with notes, feedback, or explanations. Comments facilitate collaboration among multiple authors or reviewers working on the same presentation. To add comments in a presentation: 1. Open Google Slides: In Google Slides (slides.google.com), open the presentation where you want to add comments. 2. Select the slide: Click on the slide where you want to leave a comment. This is the slide you will be commenting on. 3. Add a comment: 

Click on Insert in the menu bar.

Choose Comment from the drop-down menu.

4. Type your comment: A comment box will appear on the right-hand side of the slide. Type your comment in the box. 5. Save the comment: Click the Comment button to save your comment.

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6. Reply to comments: You can see all the comments on the right-hand side of the slide. To reply to a comment, click on it and type your response in the comment box. Click the Reply button.

The Comment feature of Google Slides is handy for getting feedback from teachers, classmates, or anyone you are working with on a presentation.

Discuss!

In your opinion, what is more beneficial while giving feedback or taking notes, written comments or verbal comments?

Do It Yourself 2G Fill in the blanks.

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To add a comment, click on menu.

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To save your comment in the Comment box, click the

in the menu bar and then choose

from the drop-down

button.

Dictionary Using the “Dictionary” feature in presentations can help you learn more about words or phrases used in your presentation. This allows you to quickly access definitions, explanations, and other relevant information about a word or phrase within your presentation.

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Here’s how to use Smart Lookup: 1. Open Google Slides: Go to Google Slides (slides.google.com) and open your presentation. 2. Select a word or phrase: Click on the word or phrase in your slide that you want to look up. This is the word you want more information about. 3. Access dictionary: Right-click on the selected word or phrase. From the context menu that appears, choose Define.

4. Review the results: A sidebar on the right-hand side will open with search results from the web. You will see definitions and information related to the word or phrase you selected.

5. Close dictionary: To close the Dictionary sidebar, click the “X” button in the top-right corner of the sidebar. 6. Continue editing: After you have found the information you need, you can continue editing your presentation.

Do It Yourself 2H Write T for True and F for False.

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Ink Annotation Ink annotation in presentations is like drawing or writing on the slides with colourful pens, just like we do on paper. It helps to make your presentation interactive and interesting because you can draw or highlight things to show everyone what is really important. To use Ink Annotation: 1. Open Google Slides: In Google Slides (slides.google.com) open your presentation. 2. Enable ink annotation: Click on View in the menu bar. Choose Slideshow from the drop-down menu. 3. Access the annotation tool: At the bottom left of the screen, click the three-dots menu and select the Turn on the pen option to activate the ink annotation tool.

4. Draw or write: Click and hold the mouse button (if you are using a computer) or use your finger or a stylus (if you are using a touch-enabled device) to draw or write directly on the slide.

Explore More!

To learn how to use the Annotation tool, scan this QR code.

Think and Tell You can erase annotations by selecting the Eraser tool in the bottom left viewer menu.

Do ink annotations make the work of the presenter easy or tough? Present your opinion.

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Slide Zoom Feature Slide zoom in presentation makes a small part of your slides look enlarged on the screen. It is like using a magnifying glass to show something important. To use the Slide Zoom feature: 1. Open Google Slides: In Google Slides, open your presentation. 2. Select View: Click on View in the menu bar. Choose Zoom menu from the drop-down menu.

3. Select zoom sizes: 

Zoom In: To make the content on a slide appear larger, choose the Zoom in option. Or Press the “=” key again and again while you hold the “Ctrl” key. This action will increase the zoom in percentage.

Zoom Out: To make the content on a slide appear smaller, choose the Zoom out option. Or Press the “–” key again and again while you hold the “Ctrl” key. This action will increase the zoom out percentage.

Explore More!

To learn how to use zoom options, scan this QR code.

Rearranging Slides Rearranging slides means changing the order of your slides in your presentation. To rearrange slides in a presentation, you can follow these simple steps: 1. Open Google Slides: In Google Slides (slides.google.com) open your presentation.

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2. View the Slide Sorter: At the bottom left-hand corner of the screen, click on the Grid view This is the Slide Sorter view.

icon.

3. Select a slide: Click on the slide you want to move. It will be outlined or highlighted when selected. 4. Drag and drop: Click and hold the selected slide. Drag and drop it to the new position where you want it to be in the presentation.

Did You Know? You can rearrange your slides by selecting the slide in the Slide Navigation pane and using the keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl + Up/Down arrows) to rearrange slides in Google Slides. This makes it even faster and easier to organise your presentation.

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Viewing a Presentation Viewing a presentation means to watch the slides in action. It is when you sit and watch what is on the screen or the board while someone talks about it. The presenter might show pictures, talk about a topic, or share a story. You can pay attention, listen, and maybe ask questions if you are curious. It is an opportunity to learn, be entertained, or gain insights from what is being shared by the presenter. To view a presentation: 1. Open Google Slides: In Google Slides (slides.google.com) open your presentation. 2. Running slideshow: Click on View in the menu bar. Choose Slideshow from the drop-down menu.

3. Navigate through slides: To move to the next slide, you can click anywhere on the slide, press the Spacebar key, or use the right arrow key on your keyboard. 4. End the presentation: To end the presentation, press the Esc key on your keyboard or click the “X” button at the top of the screen. 5. Close Google Slides: When you are done with your presentation, you can close Google Slides by clicking the “X” button of the tab.

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Points to Remember 1

Animations are special visual effects that you add to text and different objects on a slide.

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The way one slide follows the other on the screen in a presentation is called transition.

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Once you have uploaded an audio file, click on the slide where you want to add sound. Then, from the menu bar, click on Insert and select the Audio option from the drop-down menu.

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To insert a video in the Google Slides, you can choose one of the following options from the Insert video dialog box: YouTube, Google Drive, or URL.

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Action buttons in a presentation are like magic buttons. You can set action buttons to open external content, such as a website, another PowerPoint presentation, a document, a spreadsheet, and much more.

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Importing data into a presentation is the process of bringing external content or data into your presentation.

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The Dictionary feature of Google Slides allows you to quickly access definitions, explanations, and other relevant information about a word or phrase within your presentation.

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Ink annotation in presentations is like drawing or writing on the slides with colourful pens.

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Viewing a presentation means to watch the slides in action.

Chapter Checkup A. Fill in the Blanks. Hints

Dictionary

View

Play

Insert

Slide Sorter

Zoom menu

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To zoom in a slide, first click on option from the drop-down menu.

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The feature of Google Slides allows you to quickly access definitions, explanations, and other relevant information about a word or phrase.

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Click on the

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To insert a video, click on

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The Grid view icon at the bottom left corner of the screen enables the

in the menu bar and then choose the

button to check how an animation effect works on the selected object. in the menu bar. view.

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To start the slideshow in Google Slides, click on “View” and then “Motion”.

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Animation effects help us add links to our slides.

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Videos can only be inserted in slides by adding video URLs.

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Viewing a presentation means to watch the slides in action.

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C. Explain the Functions of the Icons. 1

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Explain the Dictionary feature of Google Slides.

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What is the use of Action buttons?

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Explain the three types of sources of videos that can be inserted in a slide.

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Differentiate between animation and transition.

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What do you mean by importing data in a presentation?

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E. Apply Your Learning. 1

Mahima is presenting her slides in the classroom. She wants to write and highlight a few points with the mouse directly in her slide. Name the feature of Google Slides that can help her achieve this.

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Keerat wants to zoom in on her presentation slide. What shortcut key must she use to do so?

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Reena wants to give a presentation to her students. She gets caught on a word she does not understand while giving a presentation. Which feature of Google Slides will be helpful to her?

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Tina has created a presentation in Google Slides. She then sends the presentation to her teacher for her to review. The teacher leaves comments on the slides for Tina. How can Tina respond to those comments?

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Introduction to Canva In this chapter, we will explore the exciting world of image editing with Canva. Canva is a user-friendly online tool that allows you to create and edit images, design cards, and make various visual projects. You can use Canva for doing a variety of things like creating and editing cards, videos, docs, presentations, etc. Card: In Canva, cards are like digital or printable greeting cards. They are special images with words and designs that you can create for birthdays, holidays, or other occasions. You can create these cards with the help of Canva. Before creating a blank card, we should know the dimensions of the card because this helps us decide how big or small our card will be. It is like choosing the right-sized paper for drawing a picture. So, here are some commonly used dimensions for creating a card:

Card Type

Dimensions (Width × Height)

Standard Greeting Card

5 inches × 7 inches

Square Card

5 inches × 5 inches

Postcard

4 inches × 6 inches

A2 Card (Thank-You Card)

4.25 inches × 5.5 inches

A6 Card

4.5 inches × 6.25 inches

A7 Card (Invitation)

5 inches × 7 inches

Did You Know? Canva was co-founded by Melanie Perkins and Cliff Obrecht. They started Canva in 2012.

Opening Canva Before we start making cards, let us learn how to open Canva. To start Canva: 1. Open your web browser like Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. 2. Type www.canva.com in the Address bar and press Enter. Following screen will appear.

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Creating a Blank Card Creating a blank card in Canva means starting with an empty canvas where you can design your own card from scratch. Steps to follow to create a blank card are: 1. On the Home page of Canva, click on the Create a design button.

2. Click on the Custom Size button and enter the dimensions according to the project that you want to create.

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3. The Canva editor window with a blank canvas for designing will open:

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Components of Canva Editor Window 1. Canvas: This is the central workspace where you design your card. It is a blank or customisable area where you add and arrange card elements. 2. Design: There is a design tool having different types of templates and styles to make your card beautiful. It provides access to a wide range of professionally designed templates and style options. 3. Elements: The Elements section offers a wide range of design elements, including photos, videos, stickers, shapes, and icons. You can search and browse for elements to enhance the visual appeal of your project. 4. Text tools: These tools allow you to add and edit text on your card. You can change fonts, sizes, styles, colours, and alignment for your card’s text. 5. Zoom controls: You can use Zoom controls to get a closer look at your card design or to see the entire card at once. 6. Notes: You can add notes to your project to keep track of ideas, reminders, or specific instructions. Notes are useful for collaborating with others on your project. 7. Preview: The Preview option allows you to see how your design will appear after finishing. It is a useful tool for reviewing your design before finalising it, ensuring everything looks just right. 8. Draw: This tab allows you to create freehand drawings or sketches directly on your canvas. You can choose different brush sizes, colours, and opacities to customise your drawings.

Applying Templates in Canva Templates are the ready-made designs available in Canva to help you start your project. It is similar to colouring in a colouring book where the outlines are already there, and you add your colours and details.

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Follow the given steps to create a design using a template: 1. Click on the Design tab in the left-hand side bar. 2. Click on the Templates tab.

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4. Click on a template that you like for your card. The template applies to the canvas with default text and design. Here, a template for Birthday Card has been selected. 5. You can make the changes to personalise the design following your requirements.

Applying Styles in Canva Styles provide a unique look to your project. Canva provides you with special colour combinations and font styles that you can use to make your project look appealing and special. To apply styles: 1. Click on a particular shape or text to which you want to apply the style. 2. Now, click on the Styles tab in the left-hand panel. 3. Select any colour combination from the Color palettes and font style from the Font sets sections, respectively. 4. The changes will be applied to your design as shown. Chapter 3 • Image Editing with Canva

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Do It Yourself 3A Match the component of Canva with its correct description.

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Notes

Different types of templates and styles

2

Design

Wide range of design elements

3

Canvas

Notes to keep track of ideas, reminders, etc.

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Elements

Central workspace

Adding Shapes and Graphics By adding lines, shapes, and graphics in Canva, you can design and modify the template used in your design. These can be lines that go straight or curvy, shapes like circles or stars, and pictures or icons that make your work interesting. Follow the given steps: 1. Click on the Elements tab on the left-hand side of the screen. You will find a variety of options, including lines, shapes, and graphics. 2. Click on the one you want to add.

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3. Click on the desired element that you want to add in your design. The selected element will appear on the canvas. You can click on it and drag it to the desired place where you want to keep it.

4. Move and resize the element as needed to fit your design. 5. You can also change its colours and other details to match your project.

Discuss!

Imagine you are designing a Christmas card for your best friend. What elements would you include in the card, and how would you make it special?

Editing Image Editing an image in Canva means making changes to a picture to make it look better or different. It includes editing the colour scheme and style, cropping, and flipping an image. Canva offers tools to help you enhance images for your card or project.

Changing Colour Scheme and Style To make any changes to the image, you need to upload it onto your canvas. You can select any image that is saved on your computer. To bring the image to your canvas, follow the steps: 1. Click on the Uploads tab from the left-hand panel. 2. Click on the Upload files button. The Open dialog box will appear. 3. Select the image you want to edit in Canva and click on the Open button. Your image will appear below the Upload files button. Chapter 3 • Image Editing with Canva

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4. Click on the uploaded image. The image will appear on the Canvas. 5. Select the image on the Canvas to open the editing menu. 6. Click on the Edit photo button on the editing menu. On the left-hand side, a pane will appear containing effects and filters. 7. Look for options like Filters or Effects.

8. A list of different filters and effects will appear. Click on the one you would like to apply to your image. 9. Experiment with different filters and effects until your image looks the way you want it.

Flipping an Image Flipping an image means creating a mirrored or reversed version of the original image. Steps to follow for flipping an image: 1. Select the image you want to flip.

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2. Click on the Flip button. 3. Choose whether you want to flip the image horizontally or vertically by clicking on Flip horizontal or Flip vertical.

The image will flip according to your choice.

Auto-adjust, Foreground, Background There are many options that you can apply to your design to make it attractive. You can change the foreground and background of the image. Also, you can select the option to auto-adjust various aspects of your image. Let us apply these effects to the image that you have added in your design. Steps to follow: 1. Select the image you want to edit. 2. Click on the Edit photo button. 3. Click on the Adjust tab. You will find options like Auto-adjust, Foreground, Background, and more. 4. Click on the option you want to use.

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5. Canva will automatically adjust the photo based on the option you selected. 6. You can finetune the adjustments if needed.

White Balance, Light, Colour To adjust the brightness of the image, various options are available. Follow the given steps: 1. Select the photo you want to edit. 2. Click on the Edit photo option. 3. Click on the Adjust tab. 4. Look for the options like Whites, Blacks, Light, Colour. Click on the option you want to adjust. 5. Use the sliders or settings to change the white balance, brightness, colours, or texture of the photo.

Explore More!

Learn how to use texture and pattern in Canva.

Cropping and Rotating an Image You can also crop and rotate your image in Canva. Cropping means to remove the unwanted parts from your image so that you can focus on the important area of your image. Follow the given steps to crop the image: 1. Select the image you want to crop in Canva. 2. Click on the Edit photo button to open the editing menu. 3. Click on the Crop tab. You will see handles or corners around the image. 4. Click and drag these handles to select the part of the image you want to keep. 5. Adjust the cropping area until it looks the way you want. 56

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6. You can choose Smart Crop to automatically adjust the cropping for the best look. Or, you can pick an Aspect Ratio to crop the photo in a specific shape. 7. To rotate the photo, use the Rotate option and rotate the image according to your requirement.

Think and Tell

Suppose you have taken a picture using your digital camera. How could you use Canva to enhance it or add a creative touch?

Do It Yourself 3B What is the difference between flip and crop operations in Canva?

Points to Remember 1

Canva is a user-friendly online tool that allows you to create and edit images, design cards, and make various visual projects.

2

Cards in Canva are special images with words and designs.

3

Canvas is the central workspace where you design your card.

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Templates are the ready-made designs available in Canva to help you start your project.

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Styles provide a unique look to your project in Canva.

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By adding lines, shapes, and other graphics in Canva, you can design and modify the template used in your design.

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Editing an image in Canva means making changes to a picture to make it look better or different.

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Flipping an image means creating a mirrored or reversed version of the original image.

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Cropping means to remove the unwanted parts from your image so that you can focus on the important area of your image.

Chapter Checkup A. Fill in the Blanks. Hints

Design

zoom

flipping

Create a design

message

1

A card is like a special

2

The

button is used to start creating a design.

3

The

tab provides access to a wide range of professionally designed templates and style options.

4

You can use

5

for sending messages to loved ones.

controls to get a closer look at your card design. an image means creating a mirrored or reversed version of the original image.

B. Tick () the Correct Option. 1

2

3

4

What is Canva primarily used for?

a

Creating and editing images

b

Baking cakes

c

Playing video games

d

Sending emails

What does cropping an image in Canva involve?

a

Removing all parts of the image

b

Selecting the part you want to keep

c

Changing the image’s size

d

Adding new elements to the image

It is a sidebar

What is canvas in Canva?

a

It is a toolbar

b

c

It is a set of elements

d It is the working area where you create your project

Which tab in Canva allows you to add lines, shapes, and graphics to your project?

a

Draw

b

Text

c

Elements

d

Design

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Which tab allows you to upload an image from your computer to Canva?

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Uploads

b

Design

c

Templates

d

None of these

C. Who Am I? 1

I am a tool in Canva that flips things around.

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I am used to adjust the size and shape of an image.

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I allow you to customise the size of your canvas.

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I am the space where you create your design.

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I can automatically adjust the cropping for the best look.

D. Write T for True and F for False. 1

Canvas is not a part of the Canva editor window.

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You cannot specify the dimensions of the canvas in Canva.

3

Templates are ready-made designs.

4

You can change colours and fonts in Canva templates to make your project unique.

5

Cropping an image means selecting the part you want to remove.

E. Answer the Following. 1

What is Canva primarily used for?

2

What does editing an image mean?

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Differentiate between flipping and cropping an image.

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What is the purpose of applying templates in Canva?

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What are the two flipping options in Canva?

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F. Apply Your Learning. 1

Lisa is designing a birthday card for her friend using Canva. What steps should she follow to create a blank canvas of dimensions 5 inches by 7 inches?

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Jake is adding a picture of his pet dog to his Canva project. Which option should he use to flip the image horizontally to create a mirrored effect?

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Mike is editing a photo of his vacation in Canva. He wants to make the image brighter and adjust the colours. Which Canva tool should he use for this purpose?

4

James has designed a fantastic birthday card for his sister, but he wants to change the font style and colour of the text. Where can he find the options to achieve this in Canva?

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Sofia wants to adjust the cropping of a picture in Canva. Explain the steps she should follow to crop the image to focus on a specific part.

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Artificial Intelligence Imagine a robot or computer that can think and do smart things, like recognising objects, listening to commands, and taking appropriate actions, automating several daily routine tasks, and many more. All of this is possible because of Artificial Intelligence. Artificial Intelligence is the capability of a machine, typically a computer or a robot, to mimic human intelligence. Let us learn how it all started.

Evolution of AI The evolution of AI is its story, how AI got smarter and better over time. Let us learn when AI came into existence and how it was developed into the form that we see today. 1. Initial AI (1950s–1960s): AI came into existence in the 1950s. It could only do very simple things, like adding numbers together or following basic instructions. It was not very smart. 2. Learning AI (1970s–1980s): As time went on, people taught AI to learn from information and data on its own. It became better at recognising patterns, like telling the difference between a cat and a dog in pictures. 3. Talking AI (1990s–2000s): AI learnt to talk and understand human language. It could answer questions and have conversations with people, like the chatbots you might have seen online. 4. Super smart AI (Present): Today, AI has become super smart! It can do amazing things, like play chess and other games, drive cars, and even help doctors diagnose diseases. It is getting smarter and learning new things every day. 5. Future adventures (Future): AI is still growing and learning. In the future, it might become even smarter and help us with even more exciting and important tasks, like exploring space, solving big problems, and making our lives better.

Did You Know? One of the most significant milestones in the field of AI was the creation of the first artificial neural network in the late 1950s. Developed by Frank Rosenblatt, it was called the “Perceptron.” What makes this particularly interesting is that it served as an early model for machine learning and inspired the development of modern deep learning networks.

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Do It Yourself 4A Who am I?

1

I learnt to talk and understand human language.

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I could do very simple things like adding numbers together.

3

I am learning and growing; I might become more powerful.

4

I have become super smart and can play chess too.

5

People taught me information and data.

Applications of AI Applications of AI are the variety of things that smart computers and robots can do to help us in our daily lives. For example, AI can help us play games, talk to us like a friend, drive cars, and even tell us about the weather conditions. It can help us in doing many daily routine tasks. Some of these are discussed as follows: 1. Smart assistants: AI helps make smart assistants like Siri or Alexa. They can answer questions, set reminders, and play music when you ask them. 2. Video games: AI makes video games more fun. It controls characters in games, making them smart opponents, or helpful allies. Minecraft and Stockfish are a few examples of AI video games that are widely played by people. 3. Chatbots: AI helps create chatbots on websites. These chatbots can chat with you and answer your questions, like assisting you when you are shopping online. The most common chatbots that we have interacted with are Apple’s Siri, Amazon’s Alexa, and Google Assistant. 4. Recommendations: AI suggests things you might like. For example, it suggests movies on Netflix or songs on YouTube based on what you have watched or listened to before. 5. Self-driving cars: AI helps cars drive themselves safely. The cars use sensors and cameras to see the road and make sure they do not crash. Tesla is a world-famous car manufacturing company that has launched an AI-driven, self-driving car. 6. Healthcare: AI can help doctors by analysing X-rays and MRIs to find problems in your body. It can also remind you to take your medicine on time. For instance, Niramai, a Bengaluru-based app, uses AI to detect early cancer. 7. Language translation: AI can translate one language into another. It helps when you want to talk to someone who speaks a different language. Google Translate is a commonly used AI Language Translator. 8. Robots: AI makes robots intelligent. Some robots can clean your floors, while others can even dance and play music! Sophia is one of the most advanced humanoid robots. 9. Weather forecast: AI helps predict the weather. It uses data to tell us if it is going to be sunny or rainy, so we know what to wear and if we need an umbrella or not. AccuWeather is a very popular weather forecasting app. 64

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10. Security: AI helps keep us safe. It can recognise faces and fingerprints to make sure only the right people can enter certain places. Phones and workplaces have face recognition software installed for better experience and security.

Did You Know? In the 1950s, a renowned English scientist named Alan Turing had a question: “Can machines think?” This question sparked the beginning of Artificial Intelligence. Later, John McCarthy officially coined the term “Artificial Intelligence,” earning the title of ‘Father of Artificial Intelligence.’

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Do It Yourself 4B Fill in the blanks.

1

Google Translator is a commonly used AI

2

AI operated self-driven cars use

. and

to see the road.

Natural Intelligence vs Artificial Intelligence Natural Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence

Definition—Natural intelligence is the intelligence possessed by living things like humans and animals. It is innate and a part of the biology of living organisms.

Definition—Artificial intelligence is created by humans. It is a product of computer programming and technology.

Learning—Natural intelligence learns from experiences, interactions, and exposure to the environment. It adapts and improves over time through learning.

Learning—Artificial intelligence learns from data and algorithms. It relies on patterns and information provided to it by humans.

Emotions and Consciousness—Natural intelligence has emotions, consciousness, and selfawareness. Humans and animals can experience feelings and have a sense of self.

Emotions and Consciousness—Artificial intelligence lacks emotions, consciousness, and self-awareness. Its operation is based on predefined rules and algorithms without any emotional understanding.

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Natural Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence

Flexibility and Adaptability—Natural intelligence can adapt to a wide range of situations, learn new tasks, and think creatively.

Flexibility and Adaptability—Artificial intelligence is typically specialised for specific tasks and may not easily adapt to tasks outside of its programmed capabilities.

Physical Presence—Natural intelligence is embodied in living organisms with physical bodies.

Physical Presence—Artificial intelligence exists as software or hardware and does not have a physical body.

Biological vs. Synthetic—Natural intelligence is biological in nature, arising from the complexity of the brain and nervous system.

Biological vs. Synthetic—Artificial intelligence is synthetic, created by humans using technology and computer systems.

Limitations—While highly adaptable and creative, natural intelligence can be limited by factors like biology, fatigue, and physical constraints.

Limitations—Artificial intelligence can process vast amounts of data quickly but may struggle with tasks that require common-sense reasoning or understanding nuanced human emotions.

Discuss!

Which one is more reliable, artificial intelligence or natural intelligence?

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Do It Yourself 4C Write T for True and F for False.

1

Artificial Intelligence is created by AI itself.

2

Natural Intelligence cannot adapt to a wide range of situations.

Introduction to Computer Vision Computer Vision (CV) is a domain of artificial intelligence that focuses on enabling computers and machines to interpret and understand visual information from the real world, typically through cameras. It involves the analysis of images or video streams to identify objects, detect patterns, track movement, and make sense of the visual data. CV is often used for applications like facial recognition, object detection, autonomous vehicles, and medical image analysis. 66

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Working of Computer Vision Just think about how we see things and recognise them. When we see things, our eyes capture visual information, which is then transmitted as signals through our optic nerves to the brain. The brain processes these signals, allowing us to recognise and interpret the images we see. Similarly, in computer vision, cameras act as the “eyes” of AI systems. They capture visual data, which is converted into signals by sensors. These signals are then processed by AI algorithms or programs, which interpret the meaning of the visual data, enabling the system to identify objects or images. The following image explains the workings of computer vision.

Human Vision System Brain

Eyes

Input

Bananas, Grapes and Strawberry Output

Computer Vision System Bananas, Grapes and Strawberry Input

Sensing Device

Interpreting Device

Output

Applications of Computer Vision These are some of the prominent applications of computer vision technology across various industries and fields. Object Recognition: Computer vision helps to identify and classify objects in images and videos for uses in security, manufacturing, and retail. Face Recognition: It is used for recognising individuals based on their facial features in applications, such as security and surveillance. Autonomous Vehicles: Computer vision enables self-driving cars and drones to navigate safely by recognising road signs, pedestrians, and other vehicles. Medical Imaging: It is a boon for the medical industry as it helps doctors to analyse medical images to diagnose diseases and locate abnormalities. Robotics: Robots move because of computer vision. Computer vision allows robots to perceive their surroundings for tasks like object manipulation and navigation. Chapter 4 • AI—Computer Vision

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Computer vision plays a crucial role in the working of two more impressive technologies these days: Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR). Let us learn about them.

Augmented Reality Augmented Reality (AR) is a technology that blends digital content with the real world in real-time. It enhances the user’s perception of reality by overlaying virtual elements on their view of the physical environment. 

AR is commonly used in applications like mobile apps, smart glasses, and heads-up displays to provide additional information or interactive experiences related to the user’s surroundings.

Examples of AR include Pokémon Go, where virtual creatures are superimposed on the real world through a smartphone camera, or AR navigation apps that display directions on the road ahead.

Virtual Reality Virtual Reality (VR) is a technology that immerses users in a completely digital or virtual environment. It often involves the use of a headset or goggles that block out the real world and replace it with a computergenerated one. 

VR is used to create fully immersive experiences for gaming, training, simulations, education, and entertainment.

Users in VR can interact with and navigate through a computer-generated world, making them feel as if they are inside that environment.

Did You Know? Virtual Reality (VR) can make you feel as if you are on a roller coaster, flying in space, or even standing on top of Mount Everest, all while you are actually just wearing a special headset in your own room!

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Mixed reality is the combination of augmented reality and virtual reality. Learn more about this by scanning this QR code.

Do It Yourself 4D Who am I?

1

I am often used for applications like facial recognition.

2

I make people feel they are inside the environment.

3

I superimpose virtual creatures in the real world.

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AI Ethics AI ethics are a set of rules and principles that guide how we should create, use, and interact with artificial intelligence in a fair, responsible, and moral way. It is like a code of conduct for AI, making sure that AI should be used in ways that respect people’s rights, are safe, unbiased, and beneficial for society, just like we follow rules to be good and kind to each other. 1. Bias avoidance: AI should not have unfair preferences. It should treat people of all races, genders, and backgrounds equally. 2. Data protection: AI should keep our personal information safe, just as we keep our secrets and passwords safe from others. 3. Environmental responsibility: AI should be used in ways that do not harm the environment. For example, it can help reduce energy use and pollution by turning off lights when they are not needed. 4. Helping others: AI can be used to help people in need, like diagnosing diseases in healthcare or predicting natural disasters. 5. No cheating: AI should not be used to cheat or do bad things, like hacking into computer systems or cheating in games. 6. Learning and improving: AI should always try to learn and get better at what it does. The more data is fed to the AI machines, the smarter they become. 7. Making the world better: AI can be used to solve big problems, like climate change, finding cures for diseases, and making our world a better place for everyone.

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Do It Yourself 4E Match the following. Column A

Column B

Environmental responsibility

Reduce energy use

Data protection

Making the world better Helping others

Bias avoidance

Treat everyone the same Personal information Solving big problems Diagnosing diseases

Points to Remember 1

Natural Intelligence is biological in nature, arising from the complexity of the brain and nervous system. Artificial Intelligence is synthetic, created by humans using technology and computer systems.

2

Applications of AI are the different things that smart computers and robots can do to help us in our daily lives. Chatbots, self-driven cars, and robots are a few examples.

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Computer vision focuses on enabling computers and machines to interpret and understand visual information from the real world.

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Augmented Reality (AR) blends digital content with the real world in real-time.

5

Virtual Reality (VR) immerses users in a completely digital or virtual environment.

6

AI ethics are a set of rules and principles that guide how we should create, use, and interact with artificial intelligence in a fair, responsible, and moral way.

Chapter Checkup A. Fill in the Blanks. Hints 1 2

computer vision

virtual reality

equally

chatbot

initial

AI could only do very easy things like, adding numbers, and was not very smart. Apple’s Siri is one of the most common examples of

.

3

is commonly used in applications like cameras, smart glasses, and heads-up displays.

4

is a technology that immerses users in a completely digital or virtual environment.

5

AI should treat people of all races, genders, and backgrounds

.

B. Who Am I? 1

Today, I am super smart; I can do amazing things like play chess.

2

Some of us can clean your floors, while others can even dance and play music.

3

We are called Alexa and Siri, and we are very smart at answering questions.

4

This intelligence is biological in nature, arising from the complexity of the brain and nervous system.

5

I am a technology that blends digital content with the real world in real-time.

C. Write T for True and F for False. 1

AI should have unfair preferences.

2

Learning AI was like a baby.

3

Ethical AI must respect people’s privacy.

4

Artificial Intelligence is the product of computer programming and technology.

5

Virtual Reality is used for gaming and training.

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D. Answer the Following. 1

Define Artificial Intelligence.

2

What is Natural Intelligence?

3

How is AI used in language translation?

4

What is Learning AI?

5

What is Computer Vision?

E. Apply Your Learning. 1

How should we tell Suhana the difference between AR and VR?

2

Meenal wants to know the various applications of AI. Help her understand them.

3

How will Gurpreet tell her best friend the ethics of AI and how they must be followed?

4

Let's help Dilraj understand the difference between Natural and Artificial Intelligence.

5

Explain to Nandini the evolution of AI over the years and discuss the changes.

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5 Creating a Web Page HTML stands for HyperText Markup Language, and it is used to design web pages and web applications using a markup language. In the previous chapter, you learnt about the basic structure of an HTML document. Now, let us look at each part of an HTML document in detail.

Structure of an HTML Document HTML uses specified tags and attributes to instruct browsers on how to display text, which includes format, style, font size, and pictures to display. An HTML document is divided into two parts: Head part: The title and metadata of a web document are contained in the head part. Body part: The content you want to display on a web page is contained in the body part.

Did You Know? HTML is a not a case-sensitive language. For example, HTML tags can be written in both small and capital, which means both <html> and <HTML> are same.

A Document Type Declaration (DTD) should come before the HTML element in your web pages to ensure HTML compatibility. Many web publishing tools automatically include DTD and fundamental tags when you generate a new web page. The basic structure of an HTML document consists of 5 elements. Let us understand each element in detail. <!DOCTYPE html>

The <!DOCTYPE html> tag is referred to as the document type declaration (DTD). Technically, <!DOCTYPE > is • neither a tag nor an element.

This tag informs the browser about the document type. • This tag is an empty element that does not have a closing tag and must not contain any content. • <html>Tag

The <html> tag informs the browser that this is an HTML document. • The <html> tag requires the beginning and ending tags. •

<head>Tag

The head of an HTML document is a section of the document whose content is not displayed in the browser • when the page loads.

It contains the ‘behind the scenes’ elements for a web page. •

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It contains information about the HTML document. • The head section of an HTML document contains the title of a web page, with the help of the <title> tag. • <title>Tag

When you visit a website, the title is shown at the top of your browser and contains the title of the active web page. The <title> tag provides a suitable title for the entire HTML document.

When a web page is saved as a favourite or a bookmark, it appears at the top of the browser window and • provides the page with a suitable name.

A strong page title on a website ensures a higher position in search results. As a result, we must always • include appropriate keyword phrases.

The <title> element must be positioned between the <head> and </head> tags. • There can only be one title element per document. • <body>Tag

The primary content of an HTML document •

that displays on the browser is specified by the <body> tag. Headings, text, paragraphs, images, tables, links, videos, etc., can all be included in a <body> tag.

The <body> tag must appear immediately • following the <head> tag.

All HTML documents must have this tag, •

which should be used only once overall in a document.

Creating an HTML Document

Did You Know? Did you know that the concept of optimising website page titles with appropriate keywords is often referred to as “SEO” (Search Engine Optimization)? SEO is like a digital treasure hunt, where website owners and content creators strategically choose and place keywords to improve their website’s visibility on search engines.

You can create an HTML document using any text editor, such as Notepad or WordPad. To start writing an HTML document on Notepad: 1 Open Notepad on your computer. An untitled Notepad file appears. 2 Type the HTML code in the Notepad file, as shown.

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3 If you are using the Tekie platform, then you can type the code in the code editor window. 4 After typing this code, save the file. 5 Select File > Save.

6 The Save As dialog box appears.

7 Select the location where you want to save the file, for example, Desktop. 8 Type the file name as ‘myfile.html’. Note that the HTML files are saved with the ‘.html’ extension. 9 Click Save. Your HTML file is saved on the desktop.

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Viewing an HTML Document Using a Web Browser You can view your HTML file using a web browser, using the following steps: 1 Go to the desktop. 2 Locate your file on the desktop and double-click it. 3 The file opens in the default browser, as shown:

Basic HTML Coding Conventions While writing HTML documents, you should follow the given coding conventions:

• Always declare the document type as the first line in your document. • Use either small or capital letters for element names because mixing capital and small letters may be confusing and difficult to debug.

• Close all HTML tags, wherever required. In HTML, if you do not provide a closing tag with some of the basic

tags (for example, the <p> element), you will not get any error. However, it is strongly recommended to close all the HTML elements.

• Try to keep your code lines short. • Do not add blank lines, spaces, or indentations without a reason. For readability, add two spaces for indentation.

• Never skip the <title> element. • You can use comments in the HTML code to make it readable and to debug it easily. An HTML comment can be given as follows:

<!-- This is a comment --> • Always save the HTML documents with the ‘.html’ extension.

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Do It Yourself 5A 1 Write an HTML code to display content on the topic ‘Climate Change’ on a web page using the basic tags that you have

learnt, and then save the file by assigning it a suitable name. Try to open the file in a web browser of your choice.

2 Match the following.

Column A

Column B

Defines the primary content of a web page

Head

Viewing a web page Contains the title and metadata of a web page

Body

Web browser

More HTML Tags You have learnt about some basic tags in the previous chapter. Now, let us learn about some more HTML tags. <em> Tag: This tag is used to emphasise text and is typically displayed in italics. Syntax:

<em>Block of text</em> Code

Output

<p>This transformation is called <em>metamorphosis</em>. <br> It is like a magical change!</p>

This transformation is called metamorphosis. It is like a magical change!

<strong> Tag: This tag is used to represent strongly emphasised text and is typically displayed in bold. Syntax:

<strong>Block of text</strong> Code

Output

<p>A <strong>butterfly</strong> is a beautiful insect.</p>

A butterfly is a beautiful insect.

<sub> Tag: This tag is used to represent text as a subscript. A subscript is the text that is below the baseline of the surrounding text. For example, 2 in H2O is a subscript. Syntax: <sub>Block of text</sub> Code

Output

<p>The journey begins as a tiny <sub>egg</sub> attached to a leaf.</p>

The journey begins as a tiny egg attached to a leaf.

<sup> Tag: This tag is used to represent text as a superscript. A superscript is the text that is above the baseline of the surrounding text. For example, 2 in E = mc2 is a superscript.

Syntax:

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Code

Output

<p>Finally, the pupa emerges as a fully grown <sup>adult</sup> butterfly.</p>

Finally, the pupa emerges as a fully grown adult butterfly.

<section> Tag: This tag is used to define the grouping of content in a document. This tag makes the content more organised and meaningful, which then helps understand the content in a better way. Syntax:

<section>Block of text</section> Code

Output

<section> <h3>What is a Butterfly?</h3> <p>A butterfly is a beautiful insect <br> known for its vibrant colours and delicate wings.</p> </section> <section> <h3>How it starts?</h3> <p>But did you know that a butterfly goes through<br> several stages in its life?</p> </section>

What is a Butterfly?

A butterfly is a beautiful insect known for its vibrant colours and delicate wings.

How it starts?

But did you know that a butterfly goes through serveral stages in its life?

<article> Tag: This tag is used to represent a self-contained composition, such as a blog post or a news article. Syntax:

<article>Block of text</article> Code

Output

<article> <h3>Metamorphosis</h3> <p>This transformation is called <em>metamorphosis</em>.<br> It is like a magical change!</p> </article>

Metamorphosis This transformation is called metamorphosis. It is like a magical change!

Let us combine all these snippets of code and develop our project. Code <!DOCTYPE html> <html> <head> <title>The Life Cycle of a Butterfly</title> </head> <body> <h1>Discover the Life Cycle of a Butterfly</h1> <section>

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Code <h2>Introduction</h2> <article> <h3>What is a Butterfly?</h3> <p>A <strong>butterfly</strong> is a beautiful insect known for its vibrant colours and delicate wings. But did you know that a butterfly goes through several stages in its life? </p> </article> <article> <h3>Stages of a Butterfly</h3> <p>A butterfly’s life consists of four main stages:</p> <p><strong>Egg:</strong> The journey begins as a tiny <sub>egg</sub> attached to a leaf.</p> <p><strong>Larva:</strong> The egg hatches into a <strong>larva</strong>, also known as a caterpillar.</p> <p><strong>Pupa:</strong> The caterpillar transforms into a <strong>pupa</strong>, enclosed in a chrysalis.</p> <p><strong>Adult:</strong> Finally, the pupa emerges as a fully grown <sup>adult</sup> butterfly.</p> </article> <article> <h3>Metamorphosis</h3> <p>This transformation is called <em>metamorphosis</em>. It is like a magical change!</p> </article> </section> </body> </html> Output

Discover the Life Cycle of a Butterfly Introduction What is a Butterfly?

A butterfly is a beautiful insect known for its vibrant colours and delicate wings. But did you know that a butterfly goes through several things in its life? Stage of a Butterfly

A butterfly’s life consists of four main stages:

Egg: The journey begins as a tiny egg attached to a leaf.

Larva: The egg hatches into a larva, also known as a caterpillar.

Pupa: The caterpillar transforms into a pupa, enclosed in a chrysalis. Adult: Finally, the pupa emerges as a fully grown adult butterfly Metamorphosis

This transformation is called metamorphosis. It is like a magical change!

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Coding Challenge Create an HTML web page on the topic: Our Solar System. The web page should contain information about our solar system, the Sun, the Earth, and the other planets. Use the tags that you have learnt so far. Arrange the information on the web page beautifully.

Chapter Checkup A

Fill in the Blanks. subscript

Hints 1

An HTML program is saved using the

2

The tags in HTML are not

<strong>

case-sensitive

<HTML>

extension. .

is the root tag of an HTML document.

3

B

.html

4

The

5

A

tag is used to represent strongly emphasised text. is the text that appears below the baseline of the surrounding text.

Tick () the Correct Option. 1

HTML stands for:

a HighText Machine Language

b HyperText and links Markup Language

c

d None of these

2

HyperText Markup Language

The correct sequence of HTML tags for starting a web page is:

a Head, Title, HTML, body

b HTML, Body, Title, Head

c

d HTML, Head, Title, Body

3

HTML, Head, Title, Body

Which of the following tags is used for representing text as a superscript?

a <h3> b <sub> c 4

<sup> d <em>

Which tag is used to define grouping of content in a document?

a </p> b <strong> c

<section> d <head>

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5

Which tag is used to emphasise text and display text in italics?

a <h2> b <p> c C

D

<em> d <strong>

Who Am I? 1

A document that is typically written in HTML and then translated by a web browser.

2

I am not a tag, but I inform the browser about the document type.

3

The part of the web page that contains the content to be displayed.

4

A tag referred to as the document type declaration, or DTD.

5

A tag that provides a suitable title for an HTML document.

Write T for True and F for False. 1

The <article> tag is used to represent a self-contained composition, such as a blog post or a news article.

2

It is mandatory to close all the tags in HTML, even if they are empty tags.

3 The head of an HTML document is a section of the document whose content is not displayed in the browser when the page loads.

E

4

The comments in the HTML code make it readable and easy to debug.

5

The <title> tag contains all the information and other visible content on a page.

Answer the Following. 1

Describe the two main parts of an HTML document.

2

What is the basic structure of an HTML document?

3

What is the purpose of the <title> tag?

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F

4

Differentiate between the <em> tag and the <strong> tag.

5

Differentiate between the <sub> tag and the <sup> tag.

Apply Your Learning. 1 Create an HTML page containing your name, father’s name, mother’s name, school name, postal address, and contact number. Each piece of information should appear in a separate section. ​

2

Create an HTML document to display the daily news of your school in various fields.

3 Create an HTML page with the title as ‘Formulae in Maths’. The page should contain the area of a circle, square, rectangle, and a triangle.

4 Create an HTML page to display information about the eastern states of India, often known as ‘the Seven Sisters’. The title of the page should be ‘Eastern States of India’.

5 Create a web page showing information about your favourite sports persons. Separate each section of the web page sport-wise and then display the information.

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